When communicating with an older adult patient, the nurse becomes ...

[cartlidgeashley]

When communicating with an older adult patient, the nurse becomes aware of the fact that the patient is well satisfied with his accomplishments over a lifetime and has no regrets concerning aging.
 
  Which of Erikson's developmental stages has the patient achieved?
  a.
  Acceptance
  b.
  Withdrawal
  c.
  Ego integrity
  d.
  Interaction

Question 2

What should the nurse caring for a 6-year-old child with acute glomerulonephritis anticipate as the most difficult part of the care to implement?
 
  a. Forced fluids
  b. Increased feedings
  c. Bed rest
  d. Frequent position changes

[dominiqueenicolee]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
The last stage of life is acceptance of life and it results in ego integrity.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
During the acute phase of glomerulonephritis, bed rest is usually recommended. A diet of restricted fluid, sodium, potassium, and phosphate is initially required. Bed rest can be very hard to implement with an active 6-year-old child.